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Tocumen weather in May (Panama, Panama)

Looking to travel to Tocumen in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Tocumen generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C, while nights can cool down to about 25°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Tocumen in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 256 mm for the month. Typically around 18 days of rainfall is expected.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 129 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Tocumen. January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Tocumen climate page with graphs.

 

Tocumen, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 60%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 256 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 78%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 129 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Panama in May

Find out more about the weather in Panama in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Tocumen in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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